Dalton, NE vs Grant, NE

Dalton is moderately more affordable than Grant, with a 9.9% lower cost of living index. Dalton scores 66 compared to 73 for Grant, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Grant can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Dalton is $870/month compared to $946/month in Grant — a 8% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Dalton is more affordable at $89,500 median vs $148,800.

Median household income in Dalton is $65,000 compared to $70,000 in Grant (-7.1%). The higher salaries in Grant partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Dalton spend roughly 16.1% of their income on rent, less than the 16.2% in Grant.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (48.5°F vs 51.3°F). Grant receives more rainfall at 17.5" per year compared to 15.8" in Dalton.